Greek Island Yoga Retreats & Trainings

Kithira Island, Greece

Pure Mediterranean Bliss!

Pure Mediterranean Bliss!

Journey with our community of inspired, international students to experience yoga retreats and trainings that are transformational, intimate cultural experiences combined with the healing power of nature. Our bespoke, curated wellness trainings will take you on a journey of self-discovery providing transformation, relaxation, balance, perspective, education, vitality and deep exploration without and within.

Immersion August 2018

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RETREAT INFORMATION

Who are these retreats for?

These retreats are for anyone who wants to create dramatic and immediate change in their lives – whether you are looking for a personal retreat, a detox and cleansing or to further your teacher training studies. All levels from beginner to advanced are welcome.

What will I get from these retreats?

You will be given tools to establish your own daily yoga and meditation practice that will serve your life goals. Upon completion of this retreat, students will receive a Certificate of Completion documenting participation and attendance.

Greece awaits you!

Kithira has a rugged, simple beauty and tourism here is still quite undeveloped. Kithira is a calm refuge that takes pride in its traditional way of life, and boasts some of the most astonishingly beautiful beaches in all of Greece. Combining the power of yoga with the rugged beauty and passionate energy of the Greek Islands will transform you!

The Island

Your journey begins on one of the yet undiscovered Greek islands, Kithira. This unique island will satisfy your natural wanderlust, with its charming secluded beaches, white washed villages, and spectacular local cuisine. Places like this don’t exist anymore!

You will stay in the coastal village of Avlemonas, right beside the famed beaches of Paleopoli where it is said that the goddess of love, Aphrodite rose from the sea.

Here you will be accommodated in one of the specially selected family run, boutique hotels. No two rooms are the same and all are booked on a first come first serve basis. For the most spectacular views, book early!

No matter where you stay, your accommodations will be immaculately clean and peaceful, and only steps from the sea. Your private room is equipped with a small kitchenette, bathrooms, and patio space.

All pricing is per person. If you’re travelling with friends, we’ll arrange for two bedroom accommodations or larger rooms for couples.

THINGS TO DO

The locals will have you feeling at home in no time. The town is a five minute walk, end to end, and has some of the finest in farm to table cuisine.

For those that crave adventure, hop into one of the private cars provided for you and go on an exploration of your own. There are over 35 beaches on the island, with countless picturesque towns, local markets and sacred sites to explore.

One of our favourite things to do in Kithira is join in on local festivals, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself in the middle of a traditional dance or catching the bouquet at a big fat Greek wedding.

“A vacation, a life learning and a yoga learning experience—all in one.”

—CHRISSA ANAGNOSTOPOULOS

Nourishment

Your trip includes two group dinners where we’ll share with you some of the freshest cuisine this island has to offer. Your vegetables are picked in gardens just steps away from where your meal is served.

For the rest of your meals, we encourage you to explore the island and try all that it has to offer from fresh spinach pies right out of wood burning ovens, to Greek salads piled high with just picked, organic tomatoes that taste heavenly. Restaurants here are committed to serving seasonal vegetables and growing their own food as much as possible.

If you’re a seafood lover, you can watch the day’s catch come in and know that your seafood couldn’t be fresher.

What’s included

Guided support in completing your travel arrangements

Transfers to and from the Kithira airport in our private coach

Accommodation cost for your stay on the island

Private cars to explore the island (shared use)

Group excursions including an unforgettable trip around the island and a visit to a cave that rivals the Blue Grotto

Two group dinners with local farm to table cuisine. We have a new favourite on the island that we can’t wait to share with you!

All course instruction (internationally recognized and world class!)

If you take a Teacher Training you will get a Yoga Alliance Certificate for your related training

Immersion August 2018

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GETTING TO KITHIRA

Your short, 40 minute flight to Kithira leaves from the Athens International Airport in Greece. We’ll assist with your booking so you can arrive with the group and take advantage of the private transfer arranged for you to the coastal town of Avlemonas.

Transfers are not provided outside of designated times and local transport is limited. Your spot will be fully secured once your return ticket to Kithira has been booked. Flights to the island are extremely limited so it’s very important to book early!

Flights to the island are not included. Your Athens-Kithira return flights must be booked to secure your spot. Medical travel insurance is required and trip cancellation is highly recommended

YOUR Teachers AND Guides

Gloria Latham is the director of Yoga Teacher Training of Semperviva Yoga, and a native of Kithira. These trainings bring together some of her greatest loves, her passion for this island, her love of nature and her deep devotion to the practice of yoga.

Each year, Gloria selects core teachers from the Semperviva faculty to facilitate this transformational journey for students.

Her role in the training is to create the conditions for deep inner work, both through making sure you’re experience on Kithira is top notch as well as through exploring the philosophy and chakra based aspects of the practice.

We work with local family run boutique hotels, restaurants and local transportation experts to make all your experiences warm and welcoming and give you a very authentic experience of Greece

All Semperviva Yoga Teacher Training Programs are registered with the Yoga Alliance, the largest professional association for yoga teachers and schools. The mission of the Yoga Alliance is to lead the yoga community, set standards, foster integrity, provide resources, and uphold the teachings of yoga. All graduates of Semperviva are automatically eligible to register with the Yoga Alliance as a RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher).

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